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Party Fish and Chip Van for Hoo St Werburgh events
Party fish and chip van in Hoo St Werburgh: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
- Christenings and naming days
Party fish and chip van in Hoo St Werburgh
Party fish and chip van in Hoo St Werburgh, cooked to order
Birthdays, garden parties, anniversaries and christenings all suit a fish and chip van. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents knows what they’re getting. We serve cod and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we’re often booked for engagement parties and christenings and naming days.
In a place like Hoo St Werburgh, a party at home is usually the easiest option. Tell us about the drive and the lane, and we will do the rest. Timings are planned around your party, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Show us where the van would go
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Confirm allergies by email
- Arrange an alternative if needed
We arrive, park up and heat the fryers, then serve as guests come up.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
Perfect for your party in Hoo St Werburgh
You don’t need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Hoo St Werburgh:
- Family reunions
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
Guests arriving by train should know that the closest railway station is Gillingham (Kent) station, roughly 2.7 miles south of the centre.
Questions to ask before you book
- The cancellation terms
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- VAT, if it applies
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Step by step
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your guests, and we agree exactly where before the day. At midsummer, it is light in Hoo St Werburgh until about 9:20pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:00pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Plan where the queue will stand
Get a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will quote on that. To start, send us your details through our quote form.
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Hoo St Werburgh parties: what to know
Hoo St Werburgh is about 4 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. We park up at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Hoo St Werburgh and the surrounding area. Hoo St Werburgh is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
Among the historic houses close to Hoo St Werburgh are Restoration House (3.6 miles south-west) and Temple Manor (4 miles south-west). If you are hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. If the day starts at Church of St Werburgh, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
Wherever your party is in ME3, we can bring the van to you. We can serve a party on streets such as Walters Road, St Johns Road and Bell's Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Hoo St Werburgh we cover include Chattenden (1 mile west), Sharnal Street (1 mile north-east), Lower Upnor (2 miles south-west), Kingsnorth (2 miles east) and Tunbridge Hill (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Gillingham (4 miles south), Chatham (5 miles south), Rochester (4 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Strood (4 miles south-west) and Luton (4 miles south). Hoo St Werburgh is one of the larger places we cover in Medway, with plenty of venues for parties.
A little further out are Upnor Castle (1.9 miles south-west) and Huguenot Museum (3.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bishop Saltings and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (0.5 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Chequer's Public House (0.5 miles south)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Hoo St Werburgh?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- We cover Hoo St Werburgh and the whole of Medway
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Quick service from the hatch
Common questions in Hoo St Werburgh
Which station is closest to Hoo St Werburgh?
Gillingham (Kent) station, about 2.7 miles south of the centre.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Werburgh?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is typically elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Can the van park on my drive?
Usually, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Can you do something for the children?
Most children go for sausage and chips. Let us know numbers and ages.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your guests, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Do you come to Hoo St Werburgh?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, and Hoo St Werburgh is within our area. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How long we serve
- Distance and any road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The venue or postcode
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A short walk from the party
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch